Cairo City Paychecks Keep Coming Amid Mayor Council Fight
Cairo’s more than 40 employees continue receiving paychecks as a council meeting approved hiring an attorney and payroll. Council member Joseph Thurston argues the mayor breached law by firing department heads and appointing new ones without council approval, threatening a restraining order and possible litigation while banks indicate support for honoring the council’s signatory resolution.
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Cairo election lawsuit seeks voiding ward result and new vote
Matthews seeks to void Ward Two results and call a new election, potentially affecting the at large seat won by Thurston. He cites alleged irregularities at the county clerk's office the night of the election, with four election judges to testify. Thurston expresses doubt that Ward Two affects the city-wide race. County Clerk Gloria Patton sees no irregularities.
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Morocco struck by deadly terrorist attacks in Casablanca
World leaders condemn the Casablanca bombings as an international network of terrorism, a death toll includes six Europeans and many injured. Morocco pledges ruthless crackdown while allies boost security. U S officials vow continued cooperation and support in hunting al Qaida.
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Illinois weighs gambling to close budget gap and fund schools
Lawmakers debate recriminalizing gambling and converting facilities to schools and community centers. experts warn addiction risk and diminishing returns. national study urges a pause on expansion. Gov Blagojevich wary of expansion, while proposals promise funds for treatment and enforcement.
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